Grade:5th

Month:May


Main Concept

Western Hemisphere since 1945




Guiding Questions

What Was the Cold War?
How Did the Civil Rights Movement Grow?
What were the National Challenges in the 70's-80's?





Theme/Content Skills

Unitred States' Role as a Superpower
Civil Rights Leaders and Milestones
End of Cold War
Rise of Terrorism




Key Terms

Arms Race
Cold War
Communism
Superpower
Terrorism






Holidays

Mother's Day
Memorial Day
Cinco de Mayo




Student Outcomes






Assessment/Project





Resources for Students






Resources for Teachers

Harcourt Horizons (Red Books) Volume 1 & 2, United States History: Beginnings.
Harcourt Horizons (Red Books) Volume 1 & 2, United States History.



Field Trip Suggestions